Neurologic consultation for seizures. When, why, and how to pursue

Postgrad Med. 2002 Jan;111(1):53-4, 59-60, 63-4. doi: 10.3810/pgm.2002.01.1077.

Abstract

Primary care physicians can successfully manage seizure in many patients who respond well to initial antiepileptic drug therapy. However, management of recurrent seizures is often complex and best accomplished by consultation with a neurologist or epilepsy specialist. In this article, Drs Labiner and Ahern discuss the issues involved in evaluation and treatment of seizure and offer a model for working with general neurologists and specialized epilepsy centers.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Algorithms
  • Anticonvulsants / therapeutic use
  • Continuity of Patient Care*
  • Humans
  • Interprofessional Relations
  • Neurology
  • Neurosurgical Procedures / methods
  • Physician's Role
  • Primary Health Care / methods*
  • Primary Health Care / standards
  • Recurrence
  • Referral and Consultation*
  • Risk Assessment / methods
  • Seizures / diagnosis*
  • Seizures / therapy*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • United States

Substances

  • Anticonvulsants